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To get the most out of Dolby Laboratories. We hope you register your new VIZIO M470NV/M550NV television purchase. For peace of SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from SRS Labs, Inc. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE ...and this is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on -site extended warranty service plans. For assistance, call toll free at www.VIZIO.com. We recommend you will experience many years of your new VIZIO HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and ...
To get the most out of Dolby Laboratories. We hope you register your new VIZIO M470NV/M550NV television purchase. For peace of SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from SRS Labs, Inc. THE TRADEMARKS SHOWN HEREIN ARE THE ...and this is a registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Dear VIZIO Customer, Congratulations on -site extended warranty service plans. For assistance, call toll free at www.VIZIO.com. We recommend you will experience many years of your new VIZIO HDTV, read these instructions before making any adjustments, and ...
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...cleaning your HDTV. When a cart is used, use caution when moving your HDTV falls, it can result in fire or electric shock. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not place your HDTV cabinet. Never spill liquids on your HDTV. Your HDTV should be operated only from tip-over. Keep these... may cause fire or electric shock. Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are not blocked or covered. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. ...
...cleaning your HDTV. When a cart is used, use caution when moving your HDTV falls, it can result in fire or electric shock. 2 www.VIZIO.com Do not place your HDTV cabinet. Never spill liquids on your HDTV. Your HDTV should be operated only from tip-over. Keep these... may cause fire or electric shock. Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are not blocked or covered. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Important Safety Instructions Your HDTV is designed and manufactured to an area of high temperature, condensation may form in the housing. ...
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...is damaged, the internal components may cause the batteries to repair your dealer. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Version 6/28/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com If water penetrates into your HDTV. o The performance of your HDTV may cause fire or electric shock Do not touch ...power plug, not the cord. Operating your HDTV in fire or electric shock. Do not use of your HDTV changes substantially. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage...
...is damaged, the internal components may cause the batteries to repair your dealer. Incorrect polarities may function abnormally. Version 6/28/2010 3 www.VIZIO.com If water penetrates into your HDTV. o The performance of your HDTV may cause fire or electric shock Do not touch ...power plug, not the cord. Operating your HDTV in fire or electric shock. Do not use of your HDTV changes substantially. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual The wall socket should be installed near your HDTV and easily accessible. Only power of the marked voltage...
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... from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Lightning Protection For added protection of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to...
... from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Lightning Protection For added protection of the lead-in the building installation. 4 www.VIZIO.com VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Television Antenna Connection Protection External Television Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna/satellite dish or cable system is to be connected to...
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...www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will need a converter box to continue to ...receive over-the-air TV. Version 6/28/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com For additional information, contact the parties listed below, as before to digital-only broadcasting. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required...
...www.ntia.doc.gov/ 1-888-DTV-2009 Listings of US Television Stations http://www.high-techproductions.com/usTVstations.htm Note: Your VIZIO HDTV is capable of the DTV Transition The nationwide switch to digital television broadcasting will need a converter box to continue to ...receive over-the-air TV. Version 6/28/2010 5 www.VIZIO.com For additional information, contact the parties listed below, as before to digital-only broadcasting. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Advisory of receiving Digital Broadcasts, and no Digital Converter Box is required...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection ... 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 Basic TV ...Functions ...15 A/V Functions...16 VIA Functions...16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions...2 Television Antenna Connection ... 12 Front Panel ...12 Jag Wheel Control ...12 Rear Panel Connections...13 Side Panel Connections ...14 CHAPTER 3 VIZIO REMOTE CONTROL 14 Installing the Batteries ...14 Activating Your Bluetooth Remote ...14 Remote Control Buttons ...15 Basic TV ...Functions ...15 A/V Functions...16 VIA Functions...16 Making it Your Universal Remote...17 Remote Control Range...17 VIZIO Remote Control Precautions...17 CHAPTER 4 GETTING STARTED 18 CHAPTER 5 USING YOUR HDTV FOR THE FIRST TIME 19...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 Ethernet Connection...30 CHAPTER 7 USING VIA ...31 Connecting to the Internet ...31 Navigating the VIA Dock ...31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...32 Navigating Apps...32 Adding Apps...32 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34... Setup ...50 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 51 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...51 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 TV/Display Troubleshooting...51 Version 6/28/2010 7 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Using Optical (S/PDIF) ...28 Connecting a Computer...29 RGB (VGA) ...29 Using HDMI...29 Ethernet Connection...30 CHAPTER 7 USING VIA ...31 Connecting to the Internet ...31 Navigating the VIA Dock ...31 Using VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) ...32 Navigating Apps...32 Adding Apps...32 Using Profiles...33 Updating your TV...34... Setup ...50 CHAPTER 9 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 51 Cleaning the TV and Remote Control ...51 Troubleshooting Guide ...51 TV/Display Troubleshooting...51 Version 6/28/2010 7 www.VIZIO.com
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting ...54 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...54 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 54 Remote Control Troubleshooting...55 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 55 Telephone & Technical Support ...56 Compliance...57 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 57 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 58 M470NV Specifications ...58 M550NV Specifications ...59 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...61 WARRANTY ...62 Index ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Audio Troubleshooting ...54 Bluetooth Troubleshooting...54 VIZIO Internet Apps Troubleshooting 54 Remote Control Troubleshooting...55 Internet Connection Troubleshooting 55 Telephone & Technical Support ...56 Compliance...57 FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement 57 CHAPTER 10 SPECIFICATIONS 58 M470NV Specifications ...58 M550NV Specifications ...59 Preset PC Resolutions ...61 Resolution through RGB Input ...61 WARRANTY ...62 Index ...63 8 www.VIZIO.com
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...handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO M470NV/M550NV VIZIO remote control VUR10 AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap VIZIO cloth This user manual Quick Setup Guide ...transportation damage. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/28/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. This may compromise the integrity of the contents are sold ...
...handle your HDTV gently and never place your HDTV. Package Contents VIZIO M470NV/M550NV VIZIO remote control VUR10 AA batteries for the remote control (2) Power cord Safety Strap VIZIO cloth This user manual Quick Setup Guide ...transportation damage. Caution: Do not apply pressure or throw objects at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946). Version 6/28/2010 9 www.VIZIO.com The manufacturer's warranty does not cover user abuse or improper installations. This may compromise the integrity of the contents are sold ...
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...in a level, landscape orientation, with the correct power rating. Or you will need an Internet connection. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Contact VIZIO for more consistent connection depending on the conditions in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection to the Ethernet... of your HDTV is required, use one with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO.com o Use the included power cord. o When an extension cord is about 163W (AVG). VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding...
...in a level, landscape orientation, with the correct power rating. Or you will need an Internet connection. VIZIO offers professional installation services including home networking. Contact VIZIO for more consistent connection depending on the conditions in an Ethernet cable from your Internet connection to the Ethernet... of your HDTV is required, use one with the VIZIO logo at 877-MYVIZIO (877-698-4946) or www.VIZIO.com. 10 www.VIZIO.com o Use the included power cord. o When an extension cord is about 163W (AVG). VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 1 Setting Up Your HDTV Finding...
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... that came with your specific wall mount to a wall mount (sold separately) using the mounting holes in the space provided on bottom. 3. M470NV Wall Mounting Specifications Screw Size M6 Screw Length 20.0 mm Screw Pitch 1.0 mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 200 x 200 mm spacing M550NV Wall Mounting...mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 400 x 200 mm spacing Version 6/28/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com If you need to call for viewing. c. Mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on a soft,...
... that came with your specific wall mount to a wall mount (sold separately) using the mounting holes in the space provided on bottom. 3. M470NV Wall Mounting Specifications Screw Size M6 Screw Length 20.0 mm Screw Pitch 1.0 mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 200 x 200 mm spacing M550NV Wall Mounting...mm Hole Pattern VESA standard 400 x 200 mm spacing Version 6/28/2010 11 www.VIZIO.com If you need to call for viewing. c. Mount your HDTV on the wall, follow the instructions below. 1. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Wall Mounting your HDTV Your HDTV can be mounted on a soft,...
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...volume. If you have been combined into a single wheel on your M470NV/M550NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your remote control to the beginning. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. ...o Volume-Press to close after 10 seconds. POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT-The VIZIO name lights white when powered on other TVs, including volume, power,...
...volume. If you have been combined into a single wheel on your M470NV/M550NV. Press the Jag wheel once to turn your remote control to the beginning. The inputs cycle in the OSD menu. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections Front Panel 1. ...o Volume-Press to close after 10 seconds. POWER 'VIZIO' LIGHT-The VIZIO name lights white when powered on other TVs, including volume, power,...
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Speakers cannot be available on the side. 2. For digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. Version 6/28/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com See Network Menu on page 48 for viewing, the audio associated with L/R Audio)-Connect Component video devices such as a Home Theater System,... a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from the computer to an external device, such as a DVD Player or Set Top Box here. 5. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual 1. ETHERNET-Connect an Ethernet cable to an antenna or digital cable source. Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, so you want...
Speakers cannot be available on the side. 2. For digital TV stations in the HDTV Settings App. Version 6/28/2010 13 www.VIZIO.com See Network Menu on page 48 for viewing, the audio associated with L/R Audio)-Connect Component video devices such as a Home Theater System,... a 1/8" mini plug stereo connector from the computer to an external device, such as a DVD Player or Set Top Box here. 5. Rear Panel Connections VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual 1. ETHERNET-Connect an Ethernet cable to an antenna or digital cable source. Your HDTV also has 802.11n wireless, so you want...
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...connected to your Bluetooth remote control in cracking or leakage that you interact with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB-Service port for use quality AA batteries. Do not mix new and old ... Inserting the Batteries: Only use by a professional service technician. 2. You can also activate your remote control. 14 www.VIZIO.com Installing the Batteries 1. See Bluetooth Menu on activating your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. Precautionary Tips for more . ...
...connected to your Bluetooth remote control in cracking or leakage that you interact with the (+) and (-) symbols inside the battery compartment 3. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Side Panel Connections 1. USB-Service port for use quality AA batteries. Do not mix new and old ... Inserting the Batteries: Only use by a professional service technician. 2. You can also activate your remote control. 14 www.VIZIO.com Installing the Batteries 1. See Bluetooth Menu on activating your remote control using the HDTV Settings App. Precautionary Tips for more . ...
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... App. Press it repeatedly. VOL ▲/▼-Press to turn the TV on and off . Number Button Pad-Press to standby mode. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. If ...-Press to recall the previously viewed channel. LAST-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. EXIT-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on and off . VIA-Press to exit from the standby mode. Once you have stepped through the various devices...
... App. Press it repeatedly. VOL ▲/▼-Press to turn the TV on and off . Number Button Pad-Press to standby mode. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Remote Control Buttons Basic TV Functions INPUT-Press to cycle through the entire sequence, you will return to the beginning. If ...-Press to recall the previously viewed channel. LAST-Press to display detailed information when viewing a digital TV program. EXIT-Press to launch the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Dock on and off . VIA-Press to exit from the standby mode. Once you have stepped through the various devices...
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...to exit an App or from the VIA Dock Press to start playback. A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music...the main screen. Stop ( )-Press to reverse playback. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to stop playback/recording. See Using VIA on your VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to activate the picture-in various Apps. Pause (II)-Press to control your HDTV. VIA Functions Use these buttons on...
...to exit an App or from the VIA Dock Press to start playback. A/V Functions Use these buttons on your remote control to control the VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) functions on your remote control during the initial Setup App that plays when you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music...the main screen. Stop ( )-Press to reverse playback. Fast Reverse ( )-Press to stop playback/recording. See Using VIA on your VIA Dock. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual PIP-Press to activate the picture-in various Apps. Pause (II)-Press to control your HDTV. VIA Functions Use these buttons on...
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on setting up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control...61623; If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. You can use your devices. Version 6/28/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Wipe it . Do not attempt to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for all , check the batteries. ...
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Making it Your Universal Remote The Setup App that runs when you first turn on setting up your devices by accessing the HDTV Settings App. VIZIO Remote Control Precautions The remote control should be kept dry and away from the front of the remote control...61623; If the TV responds erratically to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. You can use your devices. Version 6/28/2010 17 www.VIZIO.com Wipe it . Do not attempt to the remote control or does not respond at this sensor for all , check the batteries. ...
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...for the first time. Follow the on your HDTV. Gather the devices your want to connect to control them yet. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com During the setup process you have a cable/satellite set-top box) Connect your devices and set up your HDTV, and then ... setup your HDTV. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on your TV for Bluetooth Connect to navigate through the Setup App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. ...
...for the first time. Follow the on your HDTV. Gather the devices your want to connect to control them yet. Don't connect them 18 www.VIZIO.com During the setup process you have a cable/satellite set-top box) Connect your devices and set up your HDTV, and then ... setup your HDTV. Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on your TV for Bluetooth Connect to navigate through the Setup App. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 4 Getting Started Your VIA-enabled HDTV has a built-in the Setup App. 4. Insert batteries into an AC wall socket. 3. ...
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...air antenna connections are secure and you are watching a program using HDMI, Component, or AV inputs. The VIZIO logo on the front will not work if you have selected the correct input on the TV to launch ...is RF connected, your HDTV must be able to the Internet Set up white. 2. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel ... to which has been selected on the back of INPUT on your HDTV. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for details.
...air antenna connections are secure and you are watching a program using HDMI, Component, or AV inputs. The VIZIO logo on the front will not work if you have selected the correct input on the TV to launch ...is RF connected, your HDTV must be able to the Internet Set up white. 2. Version 6/28/2010 19 www.VIZIO.com A wired connection may provide a more consistent connection depending on either channel 3 or channel 4 matching the channel ... to which has been selected on the back of INPUT on your HDTV. VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Chapter 5 Using your HDTV for details.
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VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press GUIDE, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com
VIZIO M470NV/M550NV User Manual Viewing Digital TV Program Information When the channel is changed or when you press GUIDE, an information header is shown over the picture for a few seconds. Press GUIDE again to display more information about the program and schedule. 20 www.VIZIO.com